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Updated 18 Mar 2024

6 Interview questions

An Intern was asked
Q. What is the difference between a dictionary, a list, and a tuple?
Ans. 

A dictionary is an unordered collection of key-value pairs, while a list is an ordered collection of elements.

  • Dictionaries are accessed by keys, while lists are accessed by indices.

  • Dictionaries are mutable, while tuples are immutable.

  • Dictionaries can have duplicate values, but not duplicate keys.

  • Lists can contain elements of different data types, while tuples can contain elements of the same or different data type...

An Intern was asked
Q. Write a program to determine if a number is prime.
Ans. 

A program to determine if a number is prime or not.

  • A prime number is a number greater than 1 that has no positive divisors other than 1 and itself.

  • To check if a number is prime, iterate from 2 to the square root of the number and check if any of them divides the number evenly.

  • If any divisor is found, the number is not prime. Otherwise, it is prime.

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An Intern was asked
Q. Is a dictionary mutable?
Ans. 

Yes, a dictionary is mutable in Python.

  • A dictionary in Python can be modified by adding, updating, or deleting key-value pairs.

  • The values associated with keys in a dictionary can be changed.

  • Dictionaries are mutable objects, meaning they can be modified in-place.

  • The 'update()' method can be used to add or update multiple key-value pairs at once.

An Intern was asked
Q. Write a program to add two numbers without using the "+" operator.
Ans. 

Program to add two numbers without using the '+' operator.

  • Use bitwise operators like XOR and AND to perform addition without '+' operator.

  • XOR the two numbers to get the sum without carry.

  • AND the two numbers and left shift the result to get the carry.

  • Repeat the process until carry becomes zero.

An Intern was asked
Q. What are mutable and immutable data types? Give examples.
Ans. 

Mutable data types can be modified after creation, while immutable data types cannot be modified.

  • Examples of mutable data types: lists, sets, dictionaries

  • Examples of immutable data types: strings, tuples, frozensets

An Intern was asked
Q. Given an array of numbers, find the second largest number.
Ans. 

Find the second largest number in an array.

  • Sort the array in descending order

  • Return the element at index 1

Alcon Intern Interview Experiences

2 interviews found

Intern Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 15 Jan 2024

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Jul 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(6 Questions)

  • Q1. Find the second largest number in an array
  • Ans. 

    Find the second largest number in an array.

    • Sort the array in descending order

    • Return the element at index 1

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Write a program to add two numbers without using the "+" operator at all
  • Ans. 

    Program to add two numbers without using the '+' operator.

    • Use bitwise operators like XOR and AND to perform addition without '+' operator.

    • XOR the two numbers to get the sum without carry.

    • AND the two numbers and left shift the result to get the carry.

    • Repeat the process until carry becomes zero.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What is mutable and immuatble data types give example
  • Ans. 

    Mutable data types can be modified after creation, while immutable data types cannot be modified.

    • Examples of mutable data types: lists, sets, dictionaries

    • Examples of immutable data types: strings, tuples, frozensets

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. What is the difference between dictionary list and tuple
  • Ans. 

    A dictionary is an unordered collection of key-value pairs, while a list is an ordered collection of elements.

    • Dictionaries are accessed by keys, while lists are accessed by indices.

    • Dictionaries are mutable, while tuples are immutable.

    • Dictionaries can have duplicate values, but not duplicate keys.

    • Lists can contain elements of different data types, while tuples can contain elements of the same or different data types.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Is a dictionary mutable
  • Ans. 

    Yes, a dictionary is mutable in Python.

    • A dictionary in Python can be modified by adding, updating, or deleting key-value pairs.

    • The values associated with keys in a dictionary can be changed.

    • Dictionaries are mutable objects, meaning they can be modified in-place.

    • The 'update()' method can be used to add or update multiple key-value pairs at once.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. Write a program to show if a program is prime or not
  • Ans. 

    A program to determine if a number is prime or not.

    • A prime number is a number greater than 1 that has no positive divisors other than 1 and itself.

    • To check if a number is prime, iterate from 2 to the square root of the number and check if any of them divides the number evenly.

    • If any divisor is found, the number is not prime. Otherwise, it is prime.

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Alcon Intern interview:
  • Python
  • Graphic Designing

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Intern Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 18 Mar 2024

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Sep 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Describe an experience you have to work with a difficult person and how you managed it

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - It's a marketing-related position and I got asked several P&G situational interview questions. Please prepare it in advance.

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Interview experience
4
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Difficulty level
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Process Duration
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Result
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Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
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Round 2 - Coding Test 

Aptitude and Coding round. Was easy to solve and approach. Approached via college placement.

Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Given a string for example your name, print the substring of it.
  • Ans. 

    To print a substring of a given string, you can use string slicing in programming languages like Python.

    • Use string slicing to extract the desired substring from the given string.

    • Specify the start and end index of the substring within square brackets after the string variable.

    • Example: If the given string is 'Hello World', to print 'World', use string_variable[6:].

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Introduce yourself, Tell about your projects, and Why you believe Medtronic is the best fit for you.

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Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Luck matters, that's it.

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Medtronic user image Gyeongtae Sun Moon

posted on 1 Nov 2023

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
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Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Behavior questions
  • Q2. Resume questions and asked to describe

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Stryker user image Billionaire Baby

posted on 30 Jun 2024

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
Selected Selected
Round 1 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell us about your coursework
  • Ans. 

    I have taken a variety of coursework in my field of study, including classes in programming, data analysis, and communication.

    • Completed courses in programming languages such as Java, Python, and SQL

    • Took classes in data analysis techniques like regression analysis and data visualization

    • Studied communication skills through courses in public speaking and professional writing

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How would you approach this?
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Apr 2022. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
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Round 2 - Assignment 

80 mcqs - 90 mins based on different (Campus Placement)

Round 3 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. About projects in resume
  • Q2. Data structure and algorithms in resume
  • Q3. 30 mins round based both technical and Hr combined.

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Apr 2022. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Basic aptitude mcq, technical question 9n c,cpp and python and R

Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Discussion about project in detail
  • Q2. Tell me about the projects
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself. Basic details abt company.

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Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Resume
Tech knowledge oops,Python, os and basic coding knowledge is a must.
Are these interview questions helpful?
Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Pradeep and was interviewed in Feb 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Only pradeep and sarath told 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Why you are accepting refrence people got a job this organisation....they are no skilled....nikhila is a skilled employee but she's replaced person Surya is very low power skill...bcz of sarath Chandra rou...
  • Q2. Prakash Kumar sahoo is very skilled person but why pradeep reference her old colleague Karthik and jeeva ,,,,then etc people from Wipro company....bcz pradeep thinking is (already I left from this golden e...

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Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in May 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Last organization worked with
  • Ans. 

    I last worked for Tech Innovations Inc., a leading software development firm specializing in AI and machine learning solutions.

    • Led a team of 10 engineers in developing a predictive analytics platform that increased client efficiency by 30%.

    • Implemented Agile methodologies, resulting in a 25% reduction in project delivery times.

    • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate machine learning algorithms into existin...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Why do you want to left thw company
  • Ans. 

    Seeking new challenges and opportunities for growth.

    • Looking for new challenges and opportunities to learn and grow professionally.

    • Interested in exploring different technologies and industries.

    • Seeking a more collaborative and innovative work environment.

    • Want to take on more leadership responsibilities and make a bigger impact.

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Why u want to join in ps Department
  • Ans. 

    I am passionate about public service and believe in the mission of the PS Department.

    • Passionate about public service

    • Believe in the mission of the PS Department

    • Excited about the opportunity to make a positive impact

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is gd &t
  • Ans. 

    GD&T stands for Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, a system used to define and communicate engineering tolerances.

    • GD&T is a system for defining and communicating engineering tolerances

    • It uses symbols, dimensions, and tolerances to specify the geometry of parts

    • GD&T ensures that parts are manufactured to the correct dimensions and fit together properly

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Basics to be clear
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
6-8 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed before Aug 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me something about yourself.
  • Ans. 

    I am a dedicated and experienced Senior Engineer with a passion for problem-solving and innovation.

    • Over 10 years of experience in engineering roles

    • Strong background in project management and team leadership

    • Skilled in various engineering software and tools

    • Proven track record of successful project completions

    • Passionate about continuous learning and professional development

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is your current role and responsibilities?
  • Ans. 

    I am currently working as a Senior Engineer at XYZ Company, where I am responsible for leading a team of engineers, designing and implementing new systems, and ensuring the quality and efficiency of our projects.

    • Leading a team of engineers

    • Designing and implementing new systems

    • Ensuring quality and efficiency of projects

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Why should we hire you?
  • Ans. 

    I have a proven track record of successfully leading engineering projects and teams, with a strong technical background and excellent problem-solving skills.

    • Extensive experience in engineering projects

    • Strong leadership skills

    • Excellent technical background

    • Proven track record of success

    • Effective problem-solving abilities

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. If our rival company will offer you, then will you join to him?
  • Ans. 

    I am committed to my current company and have no intention of leaving for a rival company.

    • I am dedicated to my current role and company

    • I value loyalty and long-term relationships with my employer

    • I am not easily swayed by external offers or competition

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Are you agree to sign a bond for 3 years.
  • Ans. 

    I am willing to sign a bond for 3 years.

    • I am open to signing a bond for 3 years as long as the terms are fair and reasonable.

    • Signing a bond shows commitment and dedication to the role and company.

    • I would like to discuss the specifics of the bond before making a final decision.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. We can't offer more than 15% on current salary.

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Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Good company for beginners. Micro management there. Mobiles not allowed.

Alcon Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Alcon Intern interview?
Alcon interview process usually has 1 rounds. The most common rounds in the Alcon interview process are Technical and One-on-one Round.
How to prepare for Alcon Intern interview?
Go through your CV in detail and study all the technologies mentioned in your CV. Prepare at least two technologies or languages in depth if you are appearing for a technical interview at Alcon. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Alcon expect are Recruitment, Training, Agile Coaching, Communication Skills and Functional Testing.
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